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[build.prop tweak] softkeys enabled

To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled

works great. Thanks

killphillxr said:
works great. Thanks
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You are welcome mate!!!

thanks you

I can see that option in the file. Is that mean I need to add this key in the file?
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wongb said:
I can see that option in the file. Is that mean I need to add this key in the file?
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Yes mate go to build.prop located into /system open it with a text editor and add the line i am writing at first post save it restart your phone and you ll have the softkeys enabled!!!

Thanks, it works well
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Thanks,work in Jellybean rom! :thumbup:
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Is there a way to reduce the size of the soft keys. Thanks

bedi.gursimran said:
Is there a way to reduce the size of the soft keys. Thanks
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No mate you cant do that with this mod. To do that you need to modify other system file manually

Wait,am i missing something?? Do we need to download app for softkeys??
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MarkelofRazr said:
Wait,am i missing something?? Do we need to download app for softkeys??
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Nope just edit build.prop as I say at first post and u are done that is of course if your Rom does not have them enabled
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purelook hd rom
I'm using purelook hd rom and it has xperia engine in it. Can't get the soft keys on it. Need help as I can't survive without these.

LMT
hi, as an alternative to standard softkeys, you could use the app LMT (requires root)
it supports gestures, expanded desktops and Pie Softkeys with long press function as in Paranoid rom and some more nice features
Could be interesting for some

halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
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works. thanks

Can't believe it's so simple!
Works great!
Lot of thanks!

halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
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Is there a way to customize the "Recent" soft key to "Menu"? When I added the script while using the CM10 rom, I could change them around in the navigation settings. I recently switched back to the stock JB version, but added soft keys because my hardkeys stopped working after I dropped it in a spa
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Cheers!

kamirza said:
I'm using purelook hd rom and it has xperia engine in it. Can't get the soft keys on it. Need help as I can't survive without these.
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U mean u tried this mod and it doesn't work?
penguinmaster said:
Is there a way to customize the "Recent" soft key to "Menu"? When I added the script while using the CM10 rom, I could change them around in the navigation settings. I recently switched back to the stock JB version, but added soft keys because my hardkeys stopped working after I dropped it in a spa
Any advice would be much appreciated!
Cheers!
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Nope u can't edit it with this mod... For doing this u have to edit other files

Is there any way to make the Soft Keys smaller.. (at least 50% smaller than its original size/height)... its because my phone (the Galaxy S Advance) has a resolution of only 480x800.... I just feel like there is not enough space on my screen to be honest, that's why I'm asking this....
(Post Added)
- I can't take Screenshots anymore, using my Home + Power Button
- My dialer app is getting covered with the Soft keys.. so I can't call anyone because I can't tap on the call button

halaros2 said:
To all those who want softkeys enabled at their rom if they don't have that option you can edit build.prop ( it must work with most jelly bean and ics roms)
qemu.hw.mainkeys=0
Reboot
Softkeys enabled
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Awesome thanks!
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[Q] On screen buttons on OpenSEMC 0.5

Hi,
I got a question about enabling on screen buttons in OpenSEMC 0.5 running android 4.2.2, what is btw one of the best ROMS I've ever seen.
On AOKP 4.1.2 the option was integrated but the dev of this Rom haven't included it yet, so I need another way to get my loved on screen buttons.
anon_freak
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anon_freak said:
Hi,
I got a question about enabling on screen buttons in OpenSEMC 0.5 running android 4.2.2, what is btw one of the best ROMS I've ever seen.
On AOKP 4.1.2 the option was integrated but the dev of this Rom haven't included it yet, so I need another way to get my loved on screen buttons.
anon_freak
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Easiest way..
Use root explorer..
Got to system/build.prop
Enter qemu.hw.mainkeys=0 at the bottom..
Save it and change the permissions to rw-r-r..
Reboot and enjoy..
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Harsh7689 said:
Easiest way..
Use root explorer..
Got to system/build.prop
Enter qemu.hw.mainkeys=0 at the bottom..
Save it and change the permissions to rw-r-r..
Reboot and enjoy..
Sent From The Beast - Nexus 10
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Thanks.
I gonna try it.

App-Choose
OK,
I tried it and works fine.
But am I wrong or are the buttons bigger than on a Nexus 4 or Galaxy Nexus?
I think they are a little big too big
Another thing maybe somebody could help me with.
I have Google Now and Alicoid (like Siri but on Android) and with the latest version of Alicoid, you're able to put the App into I call it "long-home-button-press-menu" (idk how to call it. I'm German )
But in my case (idk if anybody else noticed that yet because Alicoid is not such a famous app) there is only a Search button (like in 1st Screenshot)
And after I selected that search-button the normal app-chose menu pops up (2nd screenshot) and let me choice between Gnow and Alicoid.
Maybe sb can say me if there is any possibility to get rid of this app-choser and to have both apps in the "long-home-button-press-menu".
I know my discription is a little cofusing put i hope somebody knows what i mean
Thanks!
EDIT: Screenshots added!

anon_freak said:
OK,
I tried it and works fine.
But am I wrong or are the buttons bigger than on a Nexus 4 or Galaxy Nexus?
I think they are a little big too big
Another thing maybe somebody could help me with.
I have Google Now and Alicoid (like Siri but on Android) and with the latest version of Alicoid, you're able to put the App into I call it "long-home-button-press-menu" (idk how to call it. I'm German )
But in my case (idk if anybody else noticed that yet because Alicoid is not such a famous app) there is only a Search button (like in 1st Screenshot)
And after I selected that search-button the normal app-chose menu pops up (2nd screenshot) and let me choice between Gnow and Alicoid.
Maybe sb can say me if there is any possibility to get rid of this app-choser and to have both apps in the "long-home-button-press-menu".
I know my discription is a little cofusing put i hope somebody knows what i mean
Thanks!
EDIT: Screenshots added!
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Didn't understand much but if you want an application to run from those buttons than go to settings - system - nav bar and change the settings..
Or choose Alicoid and click always..
And yea use thanks button..
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AW: [Q] On screen buttons on OpenSEMC 0.5
Thanks tried it. Didn't work but it's okay I can live with that
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Sorry, wrong post :S

How to take screenshot without using hardware button?

Is there any app that can take screenshot using for example a small button overlay on screen?
My phone is unrooted for some apps to work.
I searched and the only way is to connect to computer via USB.
I wonder if I can flash some package via recovery to enable me to take screenshot for unrooted phones.
Thanks a lot!

This app may help you.
Screen capture shortcut
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.tomorrowkey.android.screencaptureshortcutfree&hl=en
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There are a few custom ROMs that you can set a a Nav bar button long press to take screen shots. For example, I have my recent apps button set to take screen shots on long press.
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jland22 said:
There are a few custom ROMs that you can set a a Nav bar button long press to take screen shots. For example, I have my recent apps button set to take screen shots on long press.
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Thanks for your reply. Is there any hacked system file which I can flash to have this feature? Thanks

toynjer said:
This app may help you.
Screen capture shortcut
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.tomorrowkey.android.screencaptureshortcutfree&hl=en
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I installed and it said doesn't work on galaxy nexus

nighos said:
Thanks for your reply. Is there any hacked system file which I can flash to have this feature? Thanks
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Not that I know of especially without taking code and merging/compiling code which is what people that ROMs do. It would be easier to flash aokp ROM or team eos (my daily driver) which you can do this. You can customize the colors too and also assign the nav buttons to launch apps.
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Umm power button + Vol down
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Try this you can set it in the notification bar to take a screenshot you can shake the device to take a screenshot etc..
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fahrbot.apps.screen.pro1
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Sandman-007 said:
Umm power button + Vol down
Toro | Xylon | AK Diamond
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Isn't that a hardware button?

[HELP] Virtual Softkeys

hi guys just a question her,e is it possible to add virtual softkeys (as shown here ) to your gingerbread rom, disabling the touch buttons on your device? (except the 'menu' button since it's not on the virtual softkeys and replacing it with home maybe ;D)
thanks for help

pefu19 said:
hi guys just a question her,e is it possible to add virtual softkeys (as shown here ) to your gingerbread rom, disabling the touch buttons on your device? (except the 'menu' button since it's not on the virtual softkeys and replacing it with home maybe ;D)
thanks for help
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yes it is and on ics and JB when enabled on apps wich uses menu key you get 3 dots in bottom or at top
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Yes yes thx I want to add that to my android ROM any way I could do this?
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pefu19 said:
Yes yes thx I want to add that to my android ROM any way I could do this?
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it was a thing in build.prop or framewok res
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Help with the home button

Hello guys
i loved the last update for my XS, but I Really Hate what those guys have made with the home buttom:
>One touch to go homescreen
>Double touch to list of apps running
>Hold touch to GoogleNow
because of that, I AWAYS try to double touch but one of then fail and my XS go homescreen.
Is there any way to made this goes to:
>One touch to go homescreen
>HOLD touch to list of apps running
>DOUBLE touch to GoogleNow
??
Thank you guys!

Azkarar said:
Hello guys
i loved the last update for my XS, but I Really Hate what those guys have made with the home buttom:
>One touch to go homescreen
>Double touch to list of apps running
>Hold touch to GoogleNow
because of that, I AWAYS try to double touch but one of then fail and my XS go homescreen.
Is there any way to made this goes to:
>One touch to go homescreen
>HOLD touch to list of apps running
>DOUBLE touch to GoogleNow
??
Thank you guys!
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You could flash 211 with some of the 96 system apps
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Envious_Data said:
You could flash 211 with some of the 96 system apps
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to do this I have to root my phone?
what apps i have to flash?
i'm newbie here, thx

Hmm i dont recoment trying it unless you realy need it
Just let me know
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Azkarar said:
to do this I have to root my phone?
what apps i have to flash?
i'm newbie here, thx
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Instead of all that, root your phone and deodex your rom and just flash jjwrongjj's mod i.e zu framework and u will be able to get both versions.. 1 with long press for google now and another with long press for recent apps..
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Envious_Data said:
Hmm i dont recoment trying it unless you realy need it
Just let me know
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thank you, I'll try